Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
6D9086
RGB
109, 144, 134
HSL
163, 14%, 50%
HSB
163, 24%, 56%
CMYK
24, 0, 7, 44
LAB
57, -14, 1
LCH
57, 14, 175
OKLCH
0.62, 0.04, 175
XYZ
21, 25, 26
LUV
57, -18, 4
HWB
163, 43%, 44%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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